Staithes Festival of Arts and Heritage

Staithes Festival of Arts & Heritage has established itself as one of the friendliest festivals on the Yorkshire coast — a must-see weekend in the regional arts calendar.

Step inside a village like no other as the doors of cottages are thrown open, transforming Staithes into a trail of pop-up art galleries showcasing painting, print, ceramics, textiles, sculpture, photography and more.

Alongside the open studios, enjoy a programme celebrating Staithes’ rich history and heritage, including walks, talks, photographs and film shows.

Location: Staithes — 11 miles north of Whitby (TS13 5BH)
Contact:  info@staithesfestival.com

North York Moors, Scarborough Borough Council and Welcome to Yorkshire
Photo: Duncan Lomax

Photo: Duncan Lomax

Jo Walton

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Jo’s work is rooted in the elements. Abstract sea/colour-scapes focus on horizons, playing with gold, silver, copper leaf, oil... steel, rust, wax and verdigris - on wooden substrates. Oxidized iron spills into rust prints onto plaster and heavy paper. Steel becomes part of an oil painting. Wildflowers and hedgerows, create moody, highly textured landscapes, on large panels. Jo trained at Hornbeam Art College in Harrogate, and achieved her Fine Art Degree at Bradford University. You can see more of Jo’s work at her studio Rogues Atelier on Fossgate, York. Viewing by appointment.

Venue: The Fisherman's Cottage, Gunn Gutter, Staithes

Medium: Painting, Printmaking, Mixed-medium